Thank You NEA, CAC and Kern County
Thank You NEA, CAC, and Kern County Arts education and innovation are vital to the progression of society. On a large scale, the arts deepen our understanding of culture; to
Community Grants for 2023
This week the Arts Council of Kern (ACK) announced that after the last couple years' limitations, Community Art Grants are back for 2023.
Welcome Our New Executive Director
The Arts Council of kern (ACK) Board of Directors is pleased to announce the appointment of Welcome our new Executive Director Jeanette Richardson
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ACK Awarded Grant from KDACC
The Arts Council of Kern Awarded Grant from the KDACC Bakersfield, CA – May 4, 2023, This week, the KDACC announced that the Arts Council of Kern received funding to
How Does Art Impact People with Disabilities?
How Does Art Impact People with Disabilities? No question about it; the value of art is immeasurable across many lines. Art promotes freedom of creative expression and helps people to
How Do I Label My Artwork?
How Do I Label My Artwork? Are you going to show your work in a gallery or display Showing your work in a gallery or displaying it for sale in
Why Do Many Handicrafts and Art Cost More?
It’s not that handiwork costs more, it’s that machine-made items are less expensive because production is less time and labor-intensive. Most artisans and artists happily support each other by purchasing
Do Artisan Enterprises Impact the Global Economy?
When people are asked the question, “Where do you shop when you are looking for something you need, such as furniture or fixtures?” Amazon comes to mind for a good
The Sound of Something Better
Art councils create a richer community and a more...
vibrant place to live, work, learn, and play. They strive to deepen and enrich our culture and help bond communities from all walks of life through art. Arts councils work hard to stay funded, represent local culture, and advocate the importance of the arts for all ages.
Art, music, and culture genuinely matter and should be encouraged through all forms of artistic expression. We encourage you to join the Arts Council of Kern, and with your participation, we can keep our art community alive and thriving.
We’re looking for
Summer Art Instructors
The Arts Council of Kern is hiring Instructors of all art forms for our 2023 Summer Camp Art Program. For details and more information, please contact: director@kernarts.org
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